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Dapper Labs, Nesto, Certn, top Deloitte’s 2023 Technology Fast 50 list

FinTech startups made a mark on the list of Canada’s leading technology companies. Deloitte has announced the 2023 winners of its Technology Fast 50,…

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Academics, CEOs push for AI regulation, as Canadian companies race to adopt the technology
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CCI calls for Parliamentary Technology and Science Officer to help get AI regulation right

CCI report says AI opportunities to reach $2 trillion by 2030. A new report on the artificial intelligence (AI) sector warns that while Canada…

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With initial $8-million close for Nex Gen VC Partners, KJSM Ventures’ team targets more early-stage tech startups
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With initial $8-million close for Nex Gen VC Partners, KJSM Ventures’ team targets more early-stage tech startups

After deal flow exceeded their family office’s capacity, the McKays built a VC fund. Nex Gen VC Partners (NGVC), a new Calgary-based investment firm,…

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Taken on the day the calwood fire started from the peak to peak highway Showing the smoke plume created from the fire after growing to 8000 acres within the first 5 hours
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SenseNet Inc. raises $1.3 million CAD for its wildfire-detecting technology

The Vancouver firm is the latest of several wildfire-detection startups that expect to see flames fan their fortunes. It seems like startups offering predictive…

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Alberta Technology Minister’s mandate letter appears to support reducing restrictions on title ‘software engineer’

Startups, regulator have been embroiled in a dispute over the title for years. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith appears to have addressed previous concerns that…

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Government of Canada reveals plans for $360 million National Quantum Strategy
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Canadian clusters team up to drive $30 million in quantum technology commercialization

NGen and DIGITAL are receiving $14 million from the National Quantum Strategy, which they hope to leverage. Two Canadian global innovation clusters are joining…

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Synthetic biology startup Ardra is brewing up big plans with its fermentation technology

Despite a tough investment climate and a series of setbacks, Ardra is facing down the challenges of precision fermentation At the end of…

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How blockchain technology ensures fairness in crypto gambling
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How blockchain technology ensures fairness in crypto gambling

Speaking of the gaming world of any domain, the significant characteristic that the players and onlookers expect not to be compromised at any cost is…

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Caucus group launched to deal with emerging technology like AI, blockchain

Concerns over the pace of blockchain, artificial intelligence spur group to grapple with regulation and innovation A Member of Parliament and a Canadian…

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BrainBox AI acquires ABB technology in its mission to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in buildings
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BrainBox AI acquires ABB technology in its mission to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in buildings

Québec government and ABB invest $27 million CAD to aid BrainBox AI help retailers use less energy. Coupled with a $27 million CAD ($20…

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